Benedetta

Benedetta – Ottawa Premiere the Week of December 10!

Advance tickets now available for Benedetta!

A 17th-century nun in Italy suffers from disturbing religious and erotic visions. She is assisted by a companion, and the relationship between the two women develops into a romantic love affair.

Cannes Film Festival: Palme d’Or, and Queer Palm nominee!
San Sebastián International Film Festival: Best Film, and Audience Award nominee!

5 Stars! “a multitude of profoundly satisfying and unexpected twists and turns…A sultry adventure with divine themes” (Hey U Guys)

5 Stars! “It’s a thoughtful examination of politics and organised religion, and a searing exploration of faith…Benedetta is a substantial, sophisticated, yet briskly paced and always highly entertaining drama” (BBC)

“taking on heavy subject matters with a naughty wink, it’s a riot from start to finish…it’s so wonderful to see a master filmmaker do what he does best. BENEDETTA is ridiculously fun but never feels unserious or less than expertly crafted.” (Awards Daily)

“outrageous act of delicious cinematic provocation” (The Film Experience)

*Please take note that doors open 30 minutes before showtimes. We encourage people to arrive early. We have a small box office, a small candy bar, and a single-screen cinema, meaning that when most of an audience shows up a few minutes before showtime, it causes a bottleneck. If possible, we appreciate you arriving a little bit early to pick out your seat and get your popcorn. Thanks for your help!